Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (soundtrack)
The Fear Street Part Two: 1978 soundtrack is the official collection of music featured in the 2021 American horror film Fear Street Part Two: 1978, the second installment in the Fear Street trilogy. The film and its soundtrack were both released on Netflix.
The soundtrack primarily consists of licensed songs from the 1970s, reflecting the time period in which the film is set. It aims to evoke the atmosphere and cultural context of 1978, enhancing the viewing experience and contributing to the film’s overall tone.
Similar to the soundtrack of Fear Street Part One: 1994, the music supervisors included a range of genres popular at the time, such as rock, pop, and disco. Artists featured typically reflect the era. The specific track listing contributes directly to the narrative, often underscoring key plot points, character emotions, or suspenseful moments.
In addition to the licensed tracks, a score composed by Marco Beltrami and Marcus Trumpp is also featured in the film. While the licensed music is more prominently marketed as the Fear Street Part Two: 1978 soundtrack, Beltrami and Trumpp's score complements the pre-existing songs, adding layers of dread and tension to the horror elements of the film. The score may sometimes be released separately or included as part of a larger Fear Street trilogy score release.